2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Volvo V70 and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo V70 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | V70 | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |